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Facets Multi-Media 1517 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago Screenings will be held on weekdays Friday, October 24 and Monday to Friday, October 27-31. Additional screenings can be arranged Monday through Friday, November 3 to November 14. Program times are 9:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., and 4:00 p.m. Pre-arranged refreshment packages are available at this location ONLY for $3.00 (small popcorn & soda).

Kerasotes Showplace 14 2600 N. Western Ave., Chicago Screenings will be held on weekdays Friday, October 24 and Monday to Friday, October 27-31. Program times are www.cicff.org

9:45 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m., and 11:15 a.m. South King Drive King South [email protected] State

Harold Washington Cultural Center 4701 S. King Drive, Chicago Screenings will be held on weekdays Monday, Wednesday 47th Street & Friday, October 24, 27, 29 & 31. Program times are 9:45 773.281.9075 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. The HWCC is located at 47th & King Drive, easily accessible from Lake Shore Drive or the Dan Ryan Expressway.

Thorne Auditorium Northwestern University Campus 375 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago (corner of Chicago & Lake Shore Drive) Screenings will be held on weekdays Tuesday & Thursday, October 28 & 30. Additional screenings can be arranged Tuesday & Thursday, November 4 & 6. Program times are 9:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. Directions to Thorne Auditorium are available online at aquavite.northwestern.edu/maps

Kidsfest_Weekday_08_05.indd 2 8/19/08 11:38:03 AM Dear Teachers and Friends, Want a field trip that’s a real attention-grabber?

The 2008 Chicago International Children’s Film Festival is a unique way to jump-start learning on every topic you teach! The CICFF’s interactive, multicultural film programs use the power of media to engage your kids and hone their skills in the following areas:

•critical thinking •cultural identity •values clarification •character building •critical thinking •language arts •social studies •problem-solving www.cicff.org

After just one trip to the Festival, you’ll have lesson plans for weeks to come! Each film screening is supported by curriculum and stimulating discussions with trained facilitators. Plus 150 actors and filmmakers attend the Festival and speak with students.

Highlights of ‘KidsFest’: [email protected]

•Over 200 films from 40 countries.

•Positive film programs tailored to each grade level.

773.281.9075 •Celebrate cultural diversity. “Proud to Be Me: Stories of African and African-American Children” “Espanol Para Todos” (Spanish-language program)

•Special literature and science screenings. “Reel Poetry”—literacy-focused films and activities. “Green Screen” – learn how to save the Earth.

•Free 150-page curriculum with lesson plans tied to Illinois State Learning Frameworks.

•Free Professional Development Workshops (with CPDU credits!) for educator attendees!. •Four theaters at convenient locations throughout Chicago.

See you at the 2008 Chicago International Children’s Film Festival!

For reservations and more information: Call: (773) 281-9075 or email us at [email protected]

Kidsfest_Weekday_08_05.indd 3 8/19/08 11:38:07 AM What? Festival Prizes The 25th Annual Chicago International Children’s Kids count at the CICFF! After each screening, Film Festival children receive “Best of Fest” ballots on which to rate and evaluate the films. Ballots are tallied at the When? end of the Festival, and the film with the most “Best Weekdays October 24-31, 2008, plus two additional of Fest” votes wins the highly coveted “Best of Fest weeks of special screenings November 3-November Prize.” The Best of Fest Prize, along with the Adult 14. Screening times are 9:45, 10:15, 10:45, 11:15 and and Children’s Jury awards, will be announced at the 11:45 a.m. Screenings can also be arranged in the American Airlines Closing Night Awards Presentation afternoons at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, November 2.

Where? Helpful hints: Facets Multi-Media Age Ranges: 1517 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago These are suggested for each program and are offered as a general guideline only. Kerasotes Showplace 14 2600 N. Western Avenue, Chicago Program Guidance: Symbols will be used to mark programs that contain Harold Washington Cultural Center mild profanity (P), mild violence (V), or mature themes 4701 S. King Drive, Chicago (M). The “M” symbol is similar to a PG rating.

Thorne Auditorium – M V P at Northwestern University Campus www.cicff.org

375 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago Additional Symbols: The following symbols indicate a premiere How Much? presentation of a film or other special event. Tickets are $5.00 per child for groups of 25 or more. For groups fewer than 25, additional charges may apply. Group leaders and chaperones attend for free! World Premiere North American Premiere [email protected]

Concessions (small popcorn & soda) are available at Facets ONLY and must be ordered in advance. United States Premiere Chicago Premiere Reserve your seats today by 773.281.9075 following 3 easy steps: 1. Check the Age Index on page 5 for programs appropriate for your group’s age. Appearance by guest celebrity 2. Select a program. or director may follow program! 3. Contact Group Sales Coordinator at 773-281-9075 or [email protected] to make your reservation Subtitles, No Problem! or get more information on screenings. You may Professional actors will read the subtitles aloud at the also fill out and fax the Group Reservation Form screenings of all foreign-language films for children (found on pages 3 & 4) to 773-929-0266. We will ages nine and under. be in touch to coordinate your screening. Questions? Curriculum Guide Contact “Kidsfest” at 773-281-9075, Our 120-page Curriculum Guide is free for teachers [email protected] or visit us online at www.cicff.org who attend the Festival (an $80.00 value). This valuable teaching tool is written to align with Illinois State Goals for Learning.

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Kidsfest_Weekday_08_05.indd 5 e-mail other contact(nameandnumber) number ofadultchaperones work phone name ofprogram orfilm Refreshment restriction notes(nocaffeine, etc.): Number ofrefreshment packages: Coordinator. This refreshment packageis$3.00each,perperson(student &chaperone). A refreshment package(onesmallpopcorn&onesoda)isavailableattheFacetslocation ONLY. Refreshment packagesMUSTbepre-arranged withtheGroup Sales Refreshments Location date Screening Information per every30children. Additional feesmayapplyifstudent:chaperone ratioexceeds10:1.) (Teachers andadultchaperones are admittedfree ofcharge. There mustbeatleastonechaperone number ofchildren ingroup Group Information (at schoolororganization) (It canbedifficulttocontactteachersduringschoolhours...personalnumbersare abighelp!) address school/organization name Group Contact Information [email protected] Tel: 773-281-9075 1517 W. FullertonAve. c/o FacetsMulti-Media,Inc. 2008 Chicago International Children’s FilmFestival Group Reservation Form Thorne Auditorium(atNorthwesternUniversity, 375E.ChicagoAve., Chicago) Harold Washington CulturalCenter(4701S.KingDrive,Chicago) Kerasotes Showplace14(2600N.Western Avenue, Chicago) Facets Multi-Media(1517W. FullertonAve., Chicago) Post-Festival Screenings:November 3-7andNovember10-14 Festival Screenings: October24,27-31

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3 773.281.9075 [email protected] www.cicff.org Ticket Information and Pricing Regular Admission – $6.00 per student Groups of 25 or more – $5.00 per student Teachers & Chaperones – FREE*

Please use this table to determine your ticket total and deposit:

NUMBER OF STUDENTS groups of 25+ @ $5.00 = $ groups of less than 25 @ $6.00 = $ number of adults & chaperones= free ADDITIONAL FEES = $ Additional fees may apply for additional chaperones*.

group TICKET TOTAL = $

DEPOSIT DUE (30% OF TOTAL TICKET) = $

TICKET BALANCE (DUE DAY OF SCREENING) = $

REFRESHMENT PACKAGES (FACETS ONLY) @ $3.00 = $

TOTAL DUE DAY OF SCREENING = $ * Free chaperones are based on an approximate 10:1 ratio of students to teachers. If the ratio is higher than 10:1, additional chaperone fees may apply.

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GROUP SCREENING AGREEMENT PLEASE READ AND INITIAL EACH OF THE FOLLOWING… I understand that my group should arrive at the theater 15 minutes before showtime. If my group arrives late,

I understand that the program will have started. Films must start on time and will not be delayed for missing or late groups regardless of their size and/or circumstance.

I understand that my school or organizations is responsible for all transportation arrangements.

I understand that refunds are only available to groups who cancel 10 business days before their attendance dates.

I (signature) of (school or group) verify that I am authorized to book a program for the CICFF and understand all of the policies outlined above.

Questions? Please contact Group Sales at 773-281-9075, [email protected] or by fax at 773-929-0266. Visit our website at www.cicff.org for complete Festival info!

Please make a copy of this form and send the original form with deposit to: Chicago International Children’s Film Festival (CICFF), Attn: Group Sales, 1517 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60614 4

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Ages 4-6 Ages 8-10 Little Dodo (USA) Badge of Courage Stella and the Star of the Orient Monday, October 27 Friday, October 24 (Germany) Christmas Story (Finland) 9:45 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, October 29 Tuesday, October 28 Kerasotes Showplace 14 Facets Cinema 10:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 75 minutes, page 9 80 minutes, page 6 Kerasotes Showplace 14 Kerasotes Showplace 14 90 minutes, page 15 80 minutes, page 13 Spirit of the Forest (Spain) Ricky Rapper (Finland) Tuesday, October 28 Friday, October 24 Green Screen Proud to Be Me: Stories of African 9:45 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Thursday, October 30 and African-American Children Kerasotes Showplace 14 Kerasotes Showplace 14 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, October 28 75 minutes, page 12 78 minutes, page 7 Thorne Auditorium 11:45 a.m. 77 minutes, page 19 Thorne Auditorium Ages 5-8 Meet Me Halfway! 78 minutes, page 13 Ahead of the Pack Monday, October 27 Stella and the Star of the Orient Friday, October 24 9:45 a.m. (Germany) Reel Poetry 9:45 a.m. Facets Cinema Friday, October 31 Wednesday, October 29 Harold Washington Cultural Center 72 minutes, page 8 10:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 73 minutes, page 6 Kerasotes Showplace 14 Facets Cinema Mother Nanny (Philippines) 90 minutes, page 20 74 minutes, page 16 Show Me What You’ve Got! Monday, October 27 Monday, October 27 10:15 a.m. Ages 9-13 Into the Looking Glass 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Please Vote For Me (China) Wednesday, October 29 Harold Washington Cultural Center 99 minutes, page 9 Thursday, October 30 11:45 a.m. 77 minutes, page 9 11:15 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center Higher Ground Kerasotes Showplace 14 77 minutes, page 16 It’s a Small World After All Tuesday, October 28 66 minutes, page 18 Tuesday, October 28 9:45 a.m. Red Zora (Germany/Sweden) 11:45 a.m. Facets Cinema Ages 10-12 Thursday, October 30 Facets Cinema 76 minutes, page 11 The Three Investigators – The 10:45 a.m. 76 minutes, page 13 Secret of Skeleton Island Kerasotes Showplace 14 Mozart In China (Austria) (Germany) 99 minutes, page 18 31 Minutes, The Movie (Brazil/ Tuesday, October 28 Friday, October 24 Chile/Spain) 10:15 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Master Minds Wednesday, October 29 Kerasotes Showplace 14 Kerasotes Showplace 14 Thursday, October 30 9:45 a.m. 91 minutes, page 12 88 minutes, page 7 11:45 a.m. Facets Cinema Facets Cinema 80 minutes, page 14 Proud to Be Me: Stories of African No Network (Iceland) 75 minutes, page 18 and African-American Children Monday, October 27 Big Kid Bonanza! Wednesday, October 29 11:15 a.m. No Bones About It! Thursday, October 30 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Friday, October 31 9:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center 82 minutes, page 10 9:45 a.m. Thorne Auditorium 74 minutes, page 14 Harold Washington Cultural Center 71 minutes, page 17 The Ghost in the Swamp (Croatia) 72 minutes, page 19 Nanhe Jaisalmer (India) Friday, October 31 Animal Antics Wednesday, October 29 10:45 a.m. The Ten Lives of Titanic the Cat Friday, October 31 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 (Norway) 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 90 minutes, page 20 Friday, October 31 Facets Cinema 109 minutes, page 14 11:15 a.m. 73 minutes, page 19 Ages 11-12 Kerasotes Showplace 14 Ricky Rapper (Finland) Mukhsin (Malaysia) 74 minutes, page 21 Ages 5-9 Thursday, October 30 Friday, October 24 A Tale of Two Mozzies (Denmark) 9:45 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Ages 12-15 Friday, October 24 Facets Cinema Kerasotes Showplace 14 Show Me the Way 9:45 a.m. 78 minutes, page 16 94 minutes, page 7 Friday, October 24 Kerasotes Showplace 14 11:45 a.m. 75 minutes, page 6 Keepin’ It Cool Little Greek Godfather (Greece) Facets Cinema Friday, October 31 Wednesday, October 29 78 minutes, page 8 Ages 5-10 11:45 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Amazon Jack 3 – Jungo Goes Facets Cinema Kerasotes Showplace 14 Ages 12-16 Bananas (Denmark) 71 minutes, page 21 90 minutes, page 15 Next Exit, Main Street (USA) Thursday, October 30 Monday, October 27 9:45 a.m. World’s Fair Ages 11-13 11:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Friday, October 31 Take Up the Torch Harold Washington Cultural Center 72 minutes, page 17 11:45 a.m. Friday, October 24 75 minutes, page 11 Harold Washington Cultural Center 11:45 a.m. Ages 6-9 71 minutes, page 21 Harold Washington Cultural Center Hamoon and Darya (Iran) Quest For A Heart (Finland) 79 minutes, page 8 Wednesday, October 29 Friday, October 31 Ages 9-11 11:15 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Español Para Todos Red Zora (Germany/Sweden) Kerasotes Showplace 14 Kerasotes Showplace 14 Tuesday, October 28 Monday, October 27 86 minutes, page 15 80 minutes, page 20 9:45 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Thorne Auditorium Kerasotes Showplace 14 Ages 7-9 77 minutes, page 11 99 minutes, page 10 Where Is Winky’s Horse (Netherlands) Hands Off Mississippi (Germany) Horse of a Different Color Thursday, October 30 Tuesday, October 28 Monday, October 27 10:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Kerasotes Showplace 14 Facets Cinema 83 minutes, page 17 98 minutes, page 12 73 minutes, page 10 5

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Badge of Courage 80 minutes Ages 8 to 10 9:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

Having the strength and determina- The Big Adventures of Little Shawn and tion to do the right thing unites the Gus: "Hygeia" (USA, 2008) 2 min characters in these eight shorts. A Cookies For Sale (USA, 2007) 4 min young boy’s struggles with adversity Zoologic (USA, 2007) 4 min in small town America teaches toler- Rojo Red (Colombia, 2007) 13 min ance to everyone that he encounters. Rebel (Belgium, 2007) 6 min A runaway learns the importance of His Good Will (Canada/USA, 2008) 11 min home thanks to an eccentric book- Moustafa's Secret (Canada, 2008) 12 min store owner full of unique, imagina- The Hollow Tree (USA, 2008) 28 min tive stories. Junior detectives use teamwork to solve a case…and run Special thanks to: into a surprise. Making the right

choices can be challenging, but

character always pays off in the end! International Short Film Program, Cookies For Sale

M Ahead of the Pack 73 minutes Ages 5 to 8 9:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center Run alongside the clever characters in My Favorite Sport (Brazil,2006) 2 min these short films as they chase down Papiroflexia (USA, 2007) 3 min their dreams and fulfill their fantasies. Through the Lens (USA, 2008) 2 min Seize the moment with a camera- Hungarian Folk Tales: "How I Passed My wielding cowboy who lays down his Childhood” (Hungary, 2007) 8 min dreams through the lens. Engage in a The Night Before Christmas (USA, 2007) 6 min game of cat and mouse as a little boy Panic Painter (Sweden, 2007) 9 min sneakily tries to open his gifts early on The Sand Fairies (Brazil, 2008) 16 min Christmas Eve. And shape the world Fantazy, the Bear: "The Moon Coun- into something beautiful with Fred, try" (Poland, 2007) 13 min a skillful paper folder. With a can do Footballers: "The Golden Football" attitude, hard work and a little skill you (Mexico, 2007) 14 min International Short Film Program, The Sand Fairies can stay out in front of any obstacle!

A Tale of Two Mozzies Denmark, 2007 75 minutes Ages 5 to 9 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 M Directed by Jannik Hastrup and Flemming Quist Moller

In this bubbly and vivacious story drives them to really use their talents. from Denmark, two young “Mozzies” Together with a horde of interesting (short for “mosquitoes”) are living creatures—beetles, bees, fleas, and the good life—Dagmar is devoted to even a troll!—the Mozzies will stop her dancing, and Egon plans to tour at nothing to protect the newborn the world on his new bicycle! But ant princess and save their world! when the red ant queen Dominella and her soldiers take over the nearby Special thanks to: black ants’ colony, the Mozzies are drawn into an exciting drama that puts their friendship to the test and

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The Three Investigators– Friday, October 24 The Secret of Skeleton Island Germany, 2007 88 minutes Ages 10 to 12 10:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Florian Baxmeyer

World-famous kid detectives, the history of the island, as well as the Three Investigators, are excited to relationships between its natives and take a scientific field trip to Cape the European immigrants. Based on Town, South Africa. But when the the classic children’s book series, this daughter of a tribal leader reports intriguing film is filled with scien- that her father is missing, the detec- tific fun and riddles that will have tives jump to help her solve the case! you guessing until the very end! All clues point to the dazzling and enigmatic Skeleton Island, and the Special thanks to: boys must quickly learn about the

Live Action Feature

Mukhsin M V Malaysia, 2006 94 minutes Ages 11 to 12 10:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Yasmin Ahmad

Ten-year-old Orked is a free-spirited ily, and grows to love Orked’s quirky, tomboy who dances outside in nonconformist parents. But when a the rain, defends smaller children misunderstanding threatens to come against neighborhood bullies, and between Mukhsin and Orked, will runs away from other girls who like their blossoming camaraderie sur- to play “wedding.” Orked meets vive? Award-winning director Yasmin her match when twelve-year-old Ahmad combines a cast of colorful Mukhsin moves to her small Ma- characters in this inspirational story laysian village, and the two soon of a friendship you’ll never forget. become best friends. Mukhsin has faced several obstacles with his fam- Special thanks to:

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Ricky Rapper Finland, 2008 78 minutes Ages 8 to 10 11:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Mari Rantasila

Ricky likes living with his quirky Aunt Nelly Butterfly, Ricky seeks to restore Serena and loves playing drums. But order to the apartment and get his things quickly change when Aunt Ser- drums back! Join two musical friends ena breaks her leg and cousin Fanny on a mission to prove that a clean moves in to take care of the house- home can be a creative one, too! hold. “Fanny the Freezer” is strict and orderly in all the ways that Aunt Special thanks to: Serena was open and relaxed—and this means no drums for Ricky. With the help of his downstairs neighbor

Live Action Feature

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Show Me The Way M V P 78 minutes Ages 12 to 15 11:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

When standing at a crossroads, acters each consult their own moral which path do you take? Life can compasses for direction when they be full of tough decisions and the set out to blaze the trail of their lives! choices we make often shape the direction of our lives – for better or First Stories: Power of a Horse (Canada, 2007) 4 min worse. Deliver only the most delight- John and Karen (UK, 2007) 4 min ful mail with a meddling postman City Wasp (Switzerland/USA, 2007) 6 min who maintains the comfort zone of Come Again In Spring (Canada, 2007) 12 min his community. Help John the polar Easy Pickins (USA, 2007) 13 min bear tame his temper over tea. Learn Post! (Germany, 2008) 13 min a potent lesson about honesty from It's Sunday (Algeria/France, 2008) 30 min a boy whose father can’t read his report card. These courageous char- Special thanks to: International Short Film Program, It's Sunday

M V P Take Up The Torch 79 minutes Ages 11 to 13 11:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center

Like trees, we have far-reaching Ideation (USA, 2008) 1 min roots that give us nourishment, sup- Life in Washington Heights (USA, 2007) 4 min port and identity. Human roots can Aboriginality (Canada, 2007) 5 min take the form of many things: your Me, Masi and Mr. Clean (Canada, 2007) 8 min family, your ethnicity, the language Sleeping Betty (Canada, 2007) 9 min you speak...even the school you go The Morse Collectors (UK, 2008) 16 min to. Walk the "Red Road" with world Burley! (Australia, 2007) 9 min champion dancer Dallas Arcand. Mr. Williams Returns to the South Bronx Emcee in sync with a trio of Hispanic (USA, 2007) 27 min hip hoppers who know a thing or two about immigrant life. Learn a valuable lesson about beauty - inside and International Short Film Program, out - with a Mr. Clean mishap. You'll Mr. Williams Returns to the South Bronx discover that staying true to yourself is how you stay grounded. Monday, October 27

Meet Me Halfway M V P 72 minutes Ages 8 to 10 9:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

Sometimes two heads are better Ruby Gloom: "Poepular Poet" (Canada, 2006) 1 min than one! And sometimes having a Head Dwellers: "Part One" (Hungary, 2007) 3 min friend by your side makes everything Hair We Are (UK, 2007) 6 min easier! A left-out little boy makes Maybe (Canada, 2007) 2 min the transformation he has longed for Journey Through the Palace Museum: with the help of a beautiful butter- Beauty Contest (Taiwan, 2007) 7 min fly. A worn-out watchman finds new Wings of EPOH (USA, 2008) 7 min life in the paintings he protects with Birthmark (USA, 2008) 10 min a little girl at his side. The Mighty Kika and Bob: "Blown Away" (Neth- Cheetahs show the boys who is best erlands, 2008) 13 min with their girl-power goals and terrific Kick Like A Girl (USA, 2008) 24 min teamwork. Get together with this International Short Film Program, Kika and Bob: "Blown Away" cooperative collection of shorts! Special thanks to:

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Show Me What You’ve Got 77 minutes Ages 5 to 8 9:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center

Sometimes it takes a special talent to Land of Zi (USA, 2008) 4 min stand out in the crowd. Follow these Apple (Sweden, 2007) 6 min youngsters as they learn that strength, Rebel (Belgium, 2007) 6 min courage and perseverance can take Jolly (Australia, 2007) 7 min you straight to the top. A bold boy A Princess Tale (Norway, 2008) 7 min note changes the style and rhythm of His Good Will (Canada/USA, 2008) 11 min his boring musical staff. Little Jolly the Things You Think: "Love" guinea pig helps his owner overcome (Denmark/Germany, 2007) 5 min some big emotions. A desire for the Butterflies (USA, 2007) 16 min most delicious apple in the neighbor's Wallace's Lists (USA, 2007) 15min tree blossoms into bravery as a young lad faces the fabled fortress next door. International Short Film Program, Rebel These diamonds in the rough really know what it takes to become a shining star!

Little Dodo Take Up The Torch USA, 2008 75 minutes Ages 4 to 6 9:45 a.m. 79 minutes Ages 11 to 13 11:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Thilo Grat Rothkirch

In the depths of the green rainforest, the dreaded tiger! When the river young orangutan Dodo can imitate dries out and the rainforest animals nearly ever sound he hears—from experience a drought, Dodo won- splashing drops of water to chirping ders if the thingamabob might save cicadas. One day, Dodo is surprised them all. Join Dodo, Darwin and a to find a violin, or a “thingamabob,” cast of crazy creatures as they listen as Darwin the wise old ape calls it. with their hearts and discover the Dodo is excited about this brand- life-changing power of music. new noise—but the thingamabob sounds so terrible that it even scares Special thanks to:

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Monday, October 27 Mother Nanny Philippines, 2006 99 minutes Ages 8 to 10 10:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 P Directed by Pablo Biglang-Awa, Jr. and Veronica Velasco

Ruby and Louise come from different another country, Norma and Ruby worlds but they share a connection to must make a difficult choice. This one important person: Norma. Ruby lovely film from the Philippines skill- is Norma's daughter, but she rarely fully explores the tensions stemming sees her mom because she lives in from class and cultural differences, the country with her grandmother. and focuses on the power of love and Louise lives in the city with her family family that canovercome them. and loves Norma, who is her nanny. Norma works hard to be a good Special thanks to: nanny to Louise and a good mother to her own daughter Ruby. But when Louise's family decides to move to International Short Film Program, Kika and Bob: "Blown Away" Live Action Feature

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Red Zora Germany/Sweden, 2007 99 minutes Ages 11 to 13 V P 10:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Peter Kahane

Twelve-year-old Branko has only one Zora and her gang face down their dream: to play violin alongside his opponents with remarkable ingenuity long-lost father. Branko sets about and spirit. When Branko is offered making this dream come true by trek- the opportunity to learn the violin king along the Mediterranean coast, from the gorgeous and gifted mayor’s but his father remains elusive. During daughter Zlata, he must decide what his search, Branko finds an ally in four- is more important: his long-awaited teen-year-old Red Zora, the leader of dream or his newfound friends? a gang of outlaw orphans. Chased by the rich kids of the local well-to- Special thanks to: do families and the town police,

Live Action Feature

No Network P Iceland, 2007 82 minutes Ages 10 to 12 11:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Ari Kristinsson

What happens when fantasy and his new environment and decides to reality combine? Living with his escape. However, Kalli’s daydreams mother in the suburbs, Kalli thrives are soon crushed when finds him- in a world of imaginary characters, self lost in a blizzard and must face and experiences almost everything challenges from real-life and ghostly through screens: movies, TV shows, creatures—without even his cell and computers. When he travels to phone! It’s a race against time—and the country to spend Christmas with Kalli must use both practicality and his father’s family, Kalli is bored with imagination to get back home!

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Live Action Feature

Horse of a Different Color M V P 72 minutes Ages 11 to 13 11:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

It takes all kinds of colorful characters Penguins, Penguins, Penguins (USA, 2007) 2 min to make the world go round and this Elemental (USA, 2008) 2 min program showcases some of the best! My Uncle Loved The Color Yellow Discover that you aren’t the only one (Sweden, 2008) 9 min with an eccentric uncle. See past the The Weatherman (UK, 2007) 3 min surface with a pair of insightful spec- Funglasses (Germany, 2006) 8 min tacles. Gain wisdom from an omni- The Storyteller (USA, 2008) 5 min scient outsider who seems to know Toyland (Germany, 2007) 14 min the way. Embrace the beautiful bits Zoologic (USA, 2007) 4 min of “different” in each of us that make The Trophy (New Zealand, 2008) 11 min this planet such a pretty place to be! Laura In Action (Denmark, 2008) 15 min International Short Film Program, Funglasses Special thanks to:

Kidsfest_Weekday_08_05.indd 12 8/19/08 11:38:42 AM Monday, October 27 Next Exit, Main Street USA, 2007 75 minutes Ages 12 to 16 11:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center P Directed by Jeff Baldo, Travis Cook, Dana Mannion and Jeremy von Stilb

In a nation of 300 million people of by universal truths such as dreams, all ethnicities, shapes, and ideas, love, and hope. As you view this how do we define what makes an insightful and thought-provoking “American”? That’s what four recent documentary, ask yourself: when it college graduates seek to answer as comes to what is really important, they traverse the United States for are we all more alike than we think? 40 days, filming stories about real life in our country. They hope to prove that Americans are not tied together by political identity, geographic location, or belief systems—but

Live Action Feature

Tuesday, October 28

V Higher Ground 76 minutes Ages 8 to 10 9:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

When you believe in yourself no Zoologic (USA, 2007) 4 min one can limit what you can achieve! Triple Concert In D Minor (Australia, 2007) 8 min Dig deep with an ambitious student Because You're Gorgeous! whose science fair worm project gives (South Africa, 2007) 5 min her family the wiggles. Swim against His Good Will (Canada/USA, 2008) 11 min the current with a brave tetra fish Burley! (Australia, 2007) 9 min who won’t back down when teased The Watchman and the Little Girl by a gang of bogus bottom feeders. (Germany, 2007) 10 min Play beautiful music with a girl whose Rebel (Belgium, 2007) 6 min heart belongs to the symphony Pirates and Pills (USA, 2007) 9 min orchestra and whose determina- The Weatherman (UK, 2007) 3 min tion gets her there. Whatever your The Trophy (New Zealand, 2008) 11 min International Short Film Program, dreams might be this group of films The Watchman and the Little Girl proves they are never out of reach!

Español Para Todos M P 77 minutes Ages 9 to 11 9:45 a.m. Thorne Auditorium

Laugh along with a cheery children’s Life In Washington Heights (USA, 2007) 4 min clown named Juan who can’t get his Magic Juan (USA, 2007) 10 min rabbit to come out of the hat! Say Window To My Community: "Kilihuas" ‘yee-haw!’ with Anibal, a young Kilihua (Mexico, 2006) 9 min boy from Mexico, as he shows us the Feet, Why Do I Need Them? (Mexico, 2007) 2 min fascinating tradition of wrangling his The Dry Tree (Spain, 2007) 13 min people have passed on for centuries. Light Feet, A Ramamuri Tale (Mexico, 2008) 14 min Score a goal with playful Pepe, who Titiriwe - El Canto De La Noche would rather pass the soccer ball with (Venezuela, 2007) 10 min friends than help out at home for his Footballers: "My Sister's 15th Birthday" sister’s forthcoming Quinceañera festivi- (Mexico, 2007) 15 min ties. You don’t have to be bi-lingual to enjoy this Spanish language film fiesta! International Short Film Program, Special thanks to: Window To My Community: "Kilihuas" 11

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Spirit of the Forest Spain, 2008 75 minutes Ages 4 to 6 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by David Rubin and Juan Carlos Pena

When a crooked entrepreneur wants town gopher, Piorno the strong- to build a highway, the wicked Mrs. headed mouse, mischievous flies D’Abondo sees her chance to get Hu-Hu and Ho-Ho, and the Clan of rid of the whole forest! Mr. Oak, his the Free Cats (led by the conceited- leafy companions, and all the animals but-brave Tiger) to save their home. that live among the trees are now When they all work together, can this in danger of losing their homes. motley crew of flora and fauna keep Good thing they don’t give up eas- Mrs. D’Abondo away for good? ily! Gophers Furi and Linda rally their friends Cebolo, a transplanted Special thanks to:

Animated Feature

Mozart In China P Austria, 2008 91 minutes Ages 8 to 10 10:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Bernd Neuburger

After a minor soccer injury, young inspiration. When Lu Wei and Danny Austrian Danny forms a bond with learn that Grandfather is in danger Lu Wei, a Chinese boy he meets in of losing his home, they decide to the hospital. When Lu Wei invites put on a show to raise money—with Danny to spend summer vacation Mozart’s help, of course! Watch as at his grandfather’s house in China, loyalty is tested, respect is earned, the fun begins! Upon hearing about and shadow puppets are brought the upcoming trip, Danny’s elegant to life in this enchanting story that Mozart marionette stows away in his seamlessly brings together Chinese suitcase. Every night, the mischie- and Austrian culture and music! vous and talented Mozart comes alive to pursue new Asian melodies and Special thanks to: Live Action Feature

Hands Off Mississippi Germany, 2007 98 minutes Ages 9 to 11 P 10:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Detlev Buck

10-year-old Emma loves visiting her and willful animal, Emma gains the grandmother's farm every summer, horse's trust with the help of her prac- where she spends happy times with tical and quick-witted grandmother human and animal friends in the little Dolly. Can Emma save Mississippi country town. But this summer is and the town from the clutches of this different—the evil Albert Klipper- unscrupulous businessman? Based busch is scheming to build a huge on a popular children's novel by the supermarket on the property now oc- "German J.K. Rowling," this journey cupied by the charming local shops! through the picturesque countryside Albert also plans to sell Emma's will teach you to always stand up for favorite horse, Mississippi. Despite what is right! Mississippi's reputation as a stubborn Special thanks to: Live Action Feature

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Christmas Story Finland, 2007 80 minutes Ages 11 to 13 11:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Juha Wuolijoki

In a remote village in Lapland years almost every house receives hundreds of years ago, the world’s Christmas gifts on their doorstep. most enduring children’s story was But one day, the village suffers a food born. After little Nikolas is orphaned shortage, and Nikolas must go work through a tragic accident, his fel- for the cruel carpenter Iisakki, who low villagers decide to raise the hates children and forbids Nikolas boy together. Each family will take to make any presents. Will Nikolas’ care of Nikolas for one year, and on time-honored tradition come to an Christmas Day, Nikolas will move to a end? This unique take on a beloved new home. To express his gratitude, legend will restore your belief in Nikolas begins making toys for the the true meaning of Christmas. children of each family, and over the Special thanks to: Live Action Feature

Mozart In China Austria, 2008 91 minutes Ages 8 to 10 It’s A Small World After All 10:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Bernd Neuburger 74 minutes Ages 5 to 8 11:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

Ever notice how many different types of Classical Baby (I'm Grown Up Now): How people there are in your neighborhood? Do I Love Thee (USA, 2008) 2 min This cozy shorts program celebrates the Alien For Christmas (USA, 2007) 3 min differences alongside the similarities Squirrel Next Door (Canada, 2007) 1 min of inhabitants on our diverse planet. A The Cardhouse Builder and the Little curmudgeonly cardhouse builder learns Dog (Sweden, 2006) 8 min to share his home and heart when a Skylab is Falling! (USA, 2007) 7 min loving little dog comes knocking. Extra- The Tree Elves (China/Russia, 2008) 7 min terrestrials top the wish list of one little Toward A Theory of the Evolution of boy's Christmas desires. And a spider the Turkey (USA, 2007) 7 min professes his love for the squirrel next Tomboy (Canada, 2008) 14 min door. It takes all kinds of people to fill International Short Film Program, His Good Will (Canada/USA, 2008) 11 min our colorful world, proving that diversity Alien For Christmas The Bear is Coming (Latvia, 2008) 16 min is always beautiful!

Proud to Be Me: Stories of African and African-American Children M V P 78 minutes Ages 11 to 13 11:45 a.m. Thorne Auditorium

Enjoy each unique pick in this cele- Hair We Are (UK, 2008) 6 min bratory shorts program that showcas- His Good Will (Canada/USA, 2008) 11 min es children of African descent. Follow Migrations (USA, 2007) 7 min two young Afro-Caribbean girls who Hakim (Germany/Tanzania, 2008) 15 min explore and celebrate their identity Pudge (Canada, 2008) 17 min through the ever-changing art of hair. The Vulnerable Ones (Congo/USA, 2007) 14 min Learn anew some deep rooted stories New Boy (Ireland, 2007) 11 min about African culture in a colorful animation inspired by spoken word Special thanks to: poetry. Watch as the new kid in class makes some unexpected friends under the most unlikely circumstances. International Short Film Program, Together these films show what a Pudge special gift it can be to be you! 13

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31 Minutes, The Movie Brazil/Chile/Spain, 2007 80 minutes Ages 5 to 8 V P 9:45 a.m. Facets Cinema Directed by Pedro Peiroano and Alvaro Diaz

As the last of an exotic species of dolls. Luckily, Juan’s loyal boss called the Juanins, Juan Harry is very Tulio and the rest of the TV station’s special. He works as a producer of wacky employees have embarked the news show 31 Minutes—until one on a frantic voyage to rescue their day, everything changes. Thanks to favorite coworker! This whimsical the conspiracy of malevolent ani- animated adventure will keep you on mal collector Catirula Godan, Juan the edge of your seat as it teaches is suddenly captured and taken you about the value of freedom! to an isolated island where Cat- irula lives in a castle with her army

Animated Feature

Proud to Be Me: Stories of African M P and African-American Children 74 minutes Ages 8 to 10 9:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center

Journey through the eyes of seven Hair We Are (UK, 2008) 6 min special African and African Ameri- His Good Will (Canada/USA, 2008) 11 min can characters who aren’t afraid to Rosa (USA, 2007) 14 min “tell it like it is”. Revisit a bold act of Southern Cross (USA, 2008) 14 min American civil disobedience when The Night Before Christmas (USA, 2007) 6 min one brave and beleaguered woman Hakim (Germany/Tanzania, 2008) 15 min stood up by sitting down. Cheer New Boy (Ireland, 2007) 11 min for the new boy in school who lets his classmates know he’s a force to Special thanks to: be reckoned with. Smell the home cooking on Sunday afternoon as a family gathering reminds two International Short Film Program, His Good Will parents that love is all you need.

Nanhe Jaisalmer India, 2007 109 minutes Ages 8 to 10 M P 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Samir Karnik

Young Nanhe is everyone’s favorite shoot. Bobby quickly befriends his tour guide! He’s only ten years old, fan, encouraging Nanhe to attend but he speaks several languages night school so that he can grow and helps his family earn a living up to be an educated man. But is by giving camel rides to tourists in Bobby really all that he seems? Over the town of Jaisalmer. Ever since a the course of thirty days, Nanhe’s life chance encounter with famous ac- changes in ways he never thought tor Bobby Deol many years before, possible as he learns to use his Nanhe idolizes the celebrity—and most powerful asset—his brain. it’s a dream come true when Bobby comes to Jaisalmer for a movie Special thanks to:

Live Action Feature

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Stella and the Star of the Orient Germany, 2007 90 minutes Ages 9 to 11 P 10:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14

Rummaging through the attic at her ing a doctor. Unless, of course, the grandmother’s villa, Stella is sud- children can find the mysterious Star denly transported 100 years into of the Orient... Join Stella, Clem- the past and meets two children, entine and Gustav as they embark Clementine and Gustav. Stella is on an incredible journey and dis- utterly amazed when she realizes that cover that no matter where you are little Clementine is her own great- in time or place, family is forever! grandmother! But times are tough Special thanks to: in this cozy abode—the family faces financial ruin, and Clementine may have to give up her dream of becom-

Live Action Feature

Proud to Be Me: Stories of African Little Greek Godfather and African-American Children P Greece, 2007 90 minutes Ages 11 to 12 74 minutes Ages 8 to 10 9:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center 10:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Olga Malea

In the summer of 1963, eleven-year- him. He also must win the support of old Alex, the son of a famous Greek two feuding families, which requires politician, is sent to the island of brushing up on his manners and Crete to baptize the baby of a local even eating snails! Luckily, Alex finds supporter. Alex tries very hard to new friends in the local children— stand in for his father and be “the will he pull everything together in good son,” but soon finds that this time to make his father proud? mission is much more difficult than he imagined. Raised in California, Special thanks to: Alex struggles to memorize the Greek speech his father wrote for

Live Action Feature

Hamoon and Darya Iran, 2008 86 minutes Ages 12 to 16 V P 11:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Ebrahim Forouzesh

Fourteen-year-old Hamoon lives with means “storm”.) Toofan wants Darya his grandmother in the small Iranian to marry the son of the village master village of PirDerakht, and plays the and he’ll stop at nothing to drive dotaar, a beautiful musical instrument Hamoon out of the village! Will requiring great skill. Seventeen- Hamoon and Darya’s love survive year-old Darya (which means “sea”), family conflict, illness, and the greatly admires Hamoon’s gift for prejudice of their community? This music, and finds her own joy in the heartwarming tale of overcoming the art of weaving carpets. Darya and odds will inspire you to cherish those Hamoon become deeply attached who are most valuable to you to. to one another, much to the anger of Special thanks to: Darya’s older brother Toofan (which Live Action Feature

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Reel Poetry P 74 minutes Ages 11 to 13 11:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

Your students will celebrate the art of of slaves traveling on those same poetry with this rich array of short ships. Each "reel poem" is preceded films based on contemporary poems! by poetry performances, and fol- Supported by a special curriculum lowed by interactive discussions and and trained teaching artists, Reel creative exercises. This dynamic pro- Poetry gives students experience in gram of poetry-based short films will performing and writing poetry, while guide your students to discover the also teaching them to compare and transformative power of poetry in contrast written and visual imagery. their own lives. A thrilling montage of images brings to life an historic Eli Siegel poem and Rhymes and Rubbish (Finland, 2007) 4 min a beautifully animated film from Migrations (USA, 2007) 7 min Mexico explores the poetic journals Feet, Why Do I Need Them? (Mexico, 2007) 2 min International Short Film Program, Hot Afternoons Have of Frida Kahlo. "Migrations", by a Hot Afternoons Have Been In Been In Montana young Latino poet, artfully juxtaposes Montana (USA, 2006) 13 min visions of opulent trade goods bound Witherwood (USA, 2008) 8 min for the Americas with the experiences Into The Looking Glass V 77 minutes Ages 11 to 13 11:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center

Run life's obstacle course as a winner Thank You Note (USA, 2007) 2 min alongside the tough cookies in this Rhymes and Rubbish (Finland, 2007) 4 min collection of short films. Take a peek Zoologic (USA, 2007) 4 min into a passerby's mind with two A Pickle (Canada, 2008) 12 min creative and curious co-workers. Ex- Because You're Gorgeous (South Africa, 2007) 5 min plore your passion for learning with My Name Is Lisa (USA, 2007) 6 min a ravenous reader who finds her sanc- Sleeping Betty (Canada, 2007) 9 min tuary at the local library. Look on as The Vulnerable Ones (Congo/USA, 2007) 14 min a glamorous animal learn a lesson Superhero Training Center: Cultural about looking in the mirror. By look- Awareness Day (USA, 2008) 6 min ing deep inside yourself you may find First Bass (USA, 2007) 15 min that the strength you were searching International Short Film Program, for is already within. Thank You Note Thursday, October 30 Ricky Rapper Finland, 2008 78 minutes Ages 8 to 10 9:45 a.m. Facets Cinema Directed by Mari Rantasila

Live Action Feature

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Big Kid Bonanza! M V 71 minutes Ages 5 to 8 9:45 a.m. Thorne Auditorium

Growing up sure comes with its share The Word (USA, 2007) 1 min of hard work and headaches - but Ids (Canada, 2008) 2 min these young friends know it's all Nana (Australia, 2007) 6 min worth it in the end. Celebrate with Things You Think: "Poor and Rich" Tomas as his soccer-inspired indus- (Denmark/Germany, 2007) 5 min triousness pays off. Bebop down a Ruby Who? (Australia, 2007) 6 min bustling city street where an unusual The Cardboard Piano (USA, 2008) 8 min encounter with graffiti teaches a Footballers: "Goal For Rent" (Mexico, 2007) 13 min young man about the power of Max's Words (USA, 2007) 12 min words. And do a jig with Ruby as she Stella and the Storks (Germany, 2007) 21 min dances through the discovery that just being yourself is best! Take it Special thanks to: from these guys, growing up can be International Short Film Program, Ruby Who? quite the party! Amazon Jack 3 – Jungo Goes Bananas Denmark, 2007 72 minutes Ages 5 to 10 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Jorgen Lerdam and Flemming Quist Moller

Jungo is the rarest—and cutest— loyal friends: Rita the fox, Zik and Zak jungle creature in the world. But the monkeys, and an eager young soon, Jungo’s bright future is covered puppy! In this action-packed com- in dark clouds, as he’s pursued by puter-animated tale from Denmark, a mad scientist who wants to clone join Jungo and his pals as they take him, a psychologist who wants to on villains, search for a place of their analyze him, and a talk show host- own, and learn that being unique ess who wants him to advertise her is the greatest adventure of all! perfume! What’s a jungle creature to do when danger lurks behind every tree? Simple—turn to his wacky but

Animated Feature

Thursday, October 30 Where Is Winky’s Horse? Netherlands, 2007 83 minutes Ages 7 to 9 10:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Mischa Kamp

Saint Nicholas has gone back home horse is too big for such a little girl. until next year, but that’s okay with Winky thinks she knows better—but Winky. After all, she’s got plenty when she takes Amerigo out on on her mind: she’s taking riding a ride, the horse becomes fright- lessons, her mother is expecting a ened and runs away. With Saint baby, and best of all, she’s in charge Nicholas on his way to Holland, it’s of Saint Nicholas’ beloved horse up to Winky and her friend Bram to Amerigo! Winky desperately wants find Amerigo before it’s too late! to ride Amerigo as well, but her aunt and uncle are afraid that the Special thanks to:

Live Action Feature

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Red Zora Germany/Sweden, 2007 99 minutes Ages 11 to 13 V P 10:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Peter Kahane

Twelve-year-old Branko has only one Zora and her gang face down their dream: to play violin alongside his opponents with remarkable ingenuity long-lost father. Branko sets about and spirit. When Branko is offered making this dream come true by trek- the opportunity to learn the violin king along the Mediterranean coast, from the gorgeous and gifted mayor’s but his father remains elusive. During daughter Zlata, he must decide what his search, Branko finds an ally in four- is more important: his long-awaited teen-year-old Red Zora, the leader of dream or his newfound friends? a gang of outlaw orphans. Chased Special thanks to: by the rich kids of the local well- to-do families and the local police,

Live Action Feature

Please Vote For Me China, 2007 66 minutes Ages 9 to 13 11:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Weijun Chen

This eye-opening documentary centers the election—cooking up plots to on a simple social experiment: a third- topple other candidates, enlisting fellow grade class in modern-day China hold a students as political consultants, and democratic election to determine who modifying their own behavior around the classroom monitor will be. Soon, potential supporters. Who will win three candidates emerge: tough Luo the coveted title of classroom moni- Lei, regarded as a class leader and bully; tor? And more importantly, what will pudgy Cheng Cheng, who deliberately these students learn about the role of plans every step of his campaign; and democracy in the world around them? shy but ambitious Xiafei. These three young children throw themselves into Shown with: Noise Control (NewZealand, 2008) 11 min Special thanks to: Live Action Feature

Master Minds M V P 75 minutes Ages 11 to 13 11:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

Navigating around a sticky situation The Weatherman (UK, 2007) 3 min can be tough - but take a few cues Scarves, Crosses and Incense: from these primo problem solvers and "Ep. 4" (Finland, 2007) 4 min you'll be on your way to becoming a Noise Control (New Zealand, 2008) 11 min master. Achieve great heights with a Run (New Zealand, 2007) 15 min wacky weatherman who refuses to go Because You're Gorgeous with the flow. Stick with two bumbling (South Africa, 2007) 5 min bullies who target the wrong old-timer. Newsround on Knives (UK, 2008) 10 min Seek a solution with two teen girls who Funglasses (Germany, 2006) 8 min know there is more to their heritage Superhero Training Center: "Cultural than headscarves and religious holi- Awareness Day" (USA, 2008) 6 min days. With perseverance, insight and Easy Pickins (USA, 2007) 13 min a little elbow grease, the challenges in International Short Film Program, Superhero Training Center: "Cultural Awareness Day" our lives don't seem so tricky after all! Special thanks to: 18

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Green Screen 77 minutes Ages 9 to 11 11:45 a.m. Thorne Auditorium

Having respect for where we live Don’t Let It All Unravel (UK, 2007) 2 min keeps our planet beautiful and The Bushman of Bunyip Billabong strong. Just like when your mom (Australia, 2006) 3 min tells you to keep your room tidy, Plow Day (USA, 2007) 2 min Mother Earth wants us to keep her Polemos (Russia, 2008) 4 min spaces clean and healthy, too. Fol- Papiroflexia (USA, 2007) 3 min low along as we learn why wasting Nine-And-A-Half: "Water" (Germany, 2007) 10 min water is all washed up. Bug-out Let Them Grow! (France, 2008) 8 min when you hear that some of human- Smalltalk Diaries: "Inventors" (UK, 2008) 15 min ity’s most valuable inventions are Plain and Simple (USA, 2007) 30 min based on the behavior of bugs! And partner up with a plain little penguin Special thanks to: named Pauly who realizes the value International Short Film Program, of being himself when his greedy Let Them Grow! keepers push him to turn a profit. Friday, October 31 Animal Antics 73 minutes Ages 5 to 8 9:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

The crazy critters in this collection of Classical Baby (I'm Grown Up Now): short films know that treating Skylark (USA, 2008) 2 min others as you would like to be treated Zoologic (USA, 2007) 4 min is the golden rule. Chase after an Toward A Theory of the Evolution of enterprising family of bugs as they the Turkey (USA, 2007) 7 min escape an enthusiastic entomologist. Carrot on the Beach (Estonia, 2008) 6 min Join the revolt in a strict zoo whose Elephants (UK, 2008) 13 min keeper is forced to shape up. And The New Species (Latvia, 2008) 9 min spread your wings with an unlikely Butterflies (USA, 2007) 16 min thief who sees the error of his ways. Once A Crow (Iran, 2006) 18 min Whether you have scales, feathers or fur, being kind to one another Special thanks to: International Short Film Program, is topdog. Elephants

No Bones About It! 72 minutes Ages 11 to 13 M V 9:45 a.m. Harold Washington Cultural Center

Join us for some ghoulish good times Lost Monster Hop (Canada, 2007) 1 min with this chilling collection of Hal- Run Away Home (USA, 2007) 3 min loween hair-raisers in honor of our The Nightwood (USA, 2008) 4 min favorite holiday! Adventure deep Funglasses (Germany, 2006) 8 min into the dark forest at night under Sainte Barbe (Canada/Switzerland, 2007) 8 min the haunting glow of eerie eyes. Hugo (Australia, 2007) 15 min Discover why everyone is so “grey” Witherwood (USA, 2008) 8 min in a ghost town whose only remain- We Who Stayed Behind (Denmark, 2008) 25 min ing inhabitants are kids. Watch as a young aristocrat with an old family curse finds himself in over his head out at sea. This shorts program is International Short Film Program, definitely more treat that trick! Hugo 19

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Quest For A Heart Finland, 2007 80 minutes Ages 6 to 9 9:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Pekka Lehtosaari P

Rollis are contrary creatures, full of But when a mysterious force begins tricks, mischief, and mayhem-and to destroy the elf forest, Rolli, Millie they especially dislike doing the right and their friends must band together thing! Quest for a Heart is the story of in their quest for a magic heart from a typical Rolli named...Rolli. One day the land of winter. Anything can hap- outside Rollivillage, he meets Millie, pen now—and Rolli might just learn a beautiful elf girl who loves flowers that helping others has a magic all and peace. In Millie, Roll discovers a its own! new kind of friend-even though elves and Rollies typically do not get along.

Animated Feature

Stella and the Star of the Orient P Germany, 2007 90 minutes Ages 9 to 11 10:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14

Rummaging through the attic at her have to give up her dream of becom- grandmother’s villa, Stella is sud- ing a doctor. Unless, of course, the denly transported 100 years into children can find the mysterious Star the past and meets two children, of the Orient... Join Stella, Clem- Clementine and Gustav. Stella is ut- entine and Gustav as they embark terly amazed when she realizes that on an incredible journey and dis- little Clementine is her own great- cover that no matter where you are grandmother! But times are tough in time or place, family is forever! in this cozy abode—the family faces financial ruin, and Clementine may

Live Action Feature

The Ghost in the Swamp Croatia, 2006 90 minutes Ages 10 to 12 10:45 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Branko Istvancic

Brother and sister Miron and Melita the white ghost and discover her can’t wait to visit their friend Zol- plans for the island. As the three tan on the island of Kopacevo for friends bargain with the white ghost, winter vacation. On the night they they must rely on their brainpower, arrive, however, Miron and Melita teamwork and knowledge of nature get much more than they bargained to make Halasz well again. Expect for. A boy named Halasz is found the unexpected with these three half-frozen at the edge of a swamp, heroes as they swallow their fear, where he claims he encountered overcome obstacles, and learn the a mysterious white ghost. Thanks importance of protecting the en- to a wise old woman in the village, vironment and all who share it. Miron, Melita and Zoltan soon locate Live Action Feature

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The Ten Lives of Titanic the Cat Norway, 2007 74 minutes Ages 11 to 13 P 11:15 a.m. Kerasotes Showplace 14 Directed by Grethe Boe

Do you dare to follow the black cat? related to a catastrophe that hap- Twelve-year-old Liv is ecstatic when pened over 100 years ago? When she receives a very special birthday adults refuse to believe them, it’s up present, but a series of mysterious to Liv and Thomas—and their furry occurrences threaten her happiness. friend—to unlock the secrets of the Upon further investigation, Liv and past and prove that there is always her best friend Thomas find a secret more than you see at first glance. room in her basement, complete with a yellow-eyed black cat who appears out of nowhere! Liv also begins to experience strange visions from a time long past—are they Live Action Feature

M V P Keepin’ It Cool 71 minutes Ages 8 to 10 11:45 a.m. Facets Cinema

When the pressure is on, how do Thank You Note (USA, 2007) 2 min you keep your cool? Problem-solving Zoologic (USA, 2007) 4 min and conflict resolution skills are put Big Electric Light (USA, 2008) 5 min to the test in these nine short films. Wings of Epoh (USA, 2008) 7 min See a headstrong little penguin Collectibles (USA, 2007) 12 min test the patience of a fussy, control- Because You're Gorgeous ling zookeeper. Find inspiration in (South Africa, 2007) 5 min the uplifting story of the friendship Home Away From Home (Finland, 2008) 15 min between a courageous boy and an Moustafa's Secret (Canada, 2008) 12 min understanding butterfly. Observe New Boy (Ireland, 2007) 11 min a warthog overcome the hilarious consequences of vanity in the scorch- Special thanks to: International Short Film Program, ing savannah sun. When things get Home Away From Home hot under the collar, keeping a cool head is always the right move!

World’s Fair 71 minutes Ages 8 to 10 11:45 a.m. P Harold Washington Cultural Center Meet people from around the world Arjuna (USA, 2006) 3 min --from Japan and India to Africa and Hair We Are (UK, 2007) 6 min Iran -- in this globe-spanning collec- Crane and Digger (Germany, 2008) 4 min tion of shorts! Watch a young archer Shikashika (Peru/USA, 2007) 10 min from India learn concentration and The Nostril of Buddha (Japan, 2008) 5 min discipline skills that will make him Nine-and-a-half: "G8 Summit - Help For a hero. Follow two Afro-Caribbean Africa?"(Germany, 2007) 10 min girls who discover strength and Journey Through the Palace Museum: empowerment in their cultural "Beauty Contest" (Taiwan, 2007) 7 min heritage. Chart a boy’s mischievous, The Bird Who Could Tell Fortunes and eye-opening experiences in a (Denmark, 2007) 26 min Japanese Buddhist temple. Though the locales may be diverse, the col- International Short Film Program, lective experiences ring true for us all. Journey Through the Palace Museum 21

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